“They are creating their own history” Rafael Nadal talks about the Carlos Alcaraz-Jannik Sinner rivalry

Rafael Nadal spoke about new tour rivalries ahead of the Six Kings Slam.

The Six Kings Slam saw the arrival of the top stars of the ATP tour in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It also featured the interview of the players before the matches. In an interview with Rafael Nadal, the legend shared his views on the current generation of stars. He was also asked about the Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz rivalry and if it could be compared to the Big Three rivalry of the past.

The Spaniard felt it was too early to compare the Alcaraz-Sinner rivalry with the big three. He said: “We have to let them create their own rivalries and their own history. They don’t need the comparisons with us. Nadal said that his legacy can be compared when his careers are about to end. Also, applauded his dominance on the tour, especially at the Grand Slams this season.

The 22-time Grand Slam winner wished the duo the best for their future. He also hoped they would stay injury-free throughout their careers. Nadal will play a few matches at the exhibition event and it will be his pre-farewell act. He will retire after the 2024 Davis Cup final in Malaga, Spain in November.

Spain will face the Netherlands on November 19 in the quarter-finals of the 2024 Davis Cup final. Nadal could extend his stay in Malaga even further as the semi-finals take place on November 22 while the finals will be held two days later.

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Schedule of Rafael Nadal in Six Kings Slam

Nadal has received a bye into the quarterfinals of the Six Kings Slam and will play directly in the semifinals. A win would secure a spot in the finals and a loss would see them play in the third-place playoffs.

The 38-year-old will play his semi-final match against Holger Rune or Alcaraz on October 17. The third-place playoffs will be held on October 19, which will be the same day as the final. He will receive $1.5 million (around INR 13 million) for participating in the event. If Nadal manages to win the title, he will receive $6 million (about Rs 51 crore).

The veteran has played 19 games this season and picked up 12 wins. He had reached the 131st final of his career at the Bastad Open in July this season. It could reignite the spark at The Venue’, Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia during the mega event.

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